2024 PN NCLEX Questions Nursing Practice Question
A nurse is reading the report from the registered nurse for an initial home visit to a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The client was recently discharged from the hospital. Which type of database does the nurse read that contains this information from the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The complete database is essential for understanding a client's overall health status, especially after a hospital discharge. It includes comprehensive information about the client's medical history, current condition, and treatment plans, which is crucial for managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Option A, episodic, refers to a focused assessment on a specific issue, which would not provide the full context needed for a client recently discharged. Option B, follow-up, is used for assessing progress after an intervention, lacking the initial comprehensive details. Option C, emergency, pertains to urgent situations and does not apply to routine follow-up care.